Maxi Hughes is ready to defy the odds against the undefeated William Zepeda in their upcoming lightweight clash on March 16th, broadcast live on DAZN. The bout, set at The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, sees Hughes stepping into the ring as the underdog against Zepeda, a scenario Hughes is no stranger to and one that doesn't faze him.
Coming off a controversial majority decision loss to George Kambosos Jr. last July, Hughes had many fans believing he deserved the win, a victory that would have set him up for a title fight against Vasily Lomachenko. Despite this setback, Hughes is focused on exploiting Zepeda’s weaknesses, relying on his wealth of experience against top-level opponents, a list that includes notable names such as Kambosos Jr., Kid Galahad, and Jono Carroll.
Zepeda, celebrated as Golden Boy’s fighter of the year, holds victories over formidable opponents like JoJo Diaz and Rene Alvarado, yet Hughes believes his own battle-hardened resume gives him an edge. He acknowledges Zepeda's pressure-fighting style but remains confident in his ability to leverage his experience to secure a win.
Hughes’s strategic approach to the fight underlines his belief that Zepeda has yet to face a challenger of his caliber. As fight night approaches, Hughes aims to showcase his skills, determined to turn his underdog status into a winning advantage.
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